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City of Harrisburg, PA • Harrisburg, PA

91d • $70,000

About The Position

The City of Harrisburg is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Director for Planning. The person in this position is responsible for directing and administering the City's Zoning Code and the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. This individual is responsible for the application of specialized knowledge in the formulation, implementation, and improvement of neighborhood and topical plans for the community's physical and social development. This official acts as technical advisor and the Executive Secretary to the Planning Commission and the Zoning Hearing Board. On matters relating to zoning, planning, and development, the Deputy Director for Planning acts as technical advisor to the Mayor, City Council, and City Officials. This position assists the Planning Director with supervision of a professional planning and support staff which gathers and evaluates social, economic, and physical environment data. From this data, the Deputy Director helps to develop and professionally defend sound planning recommendations and policies which control the direction of planning studies and research prescribed by either the Planning Commission, City Council, the Director of Planning, the City Engineer, or the Mayor. The Deputy Director will assist the City Engineer in development of planning policies. Advocates the City's position in County and Regional planning activities. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Planning. May serve as Acting Director. This is a management, FLSA-exempt position.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Urban/Regional Planning or a related field plus at least two years of experience in an urban planning field; or a bachelor's degree in Urban/Regional Planning plus at least four years of experience in an urban planning field.
• Specialized knowledge in economic development and one or more planning areas such as transportation, urban design, economic development, environment, or community engagement is a plus.
• Previous experience in a municipal planning office is preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience is desirable.
• Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License, Class C, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct and administer the City's Zoning Code and the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.
• Act as technical advisor and Executive Secretary to the Planning Commission and the Zoning Hearing Board.
• Assist the Planning Director with supervision of a professional planning and support staff.
• Gather and evaluate social, economic, and physical environment data.
• Develop and defend planning recommendations and policies.
• Assist the City Engineer in the development of planning policies.
• Advocate the City's position in County and Regional planning activities.
• Review Land Development Plans, Variance and Special Exception applications, subdivisions and lot consolidations.
• Coordinate plan review by all appropriate City officials.
• Negotiate and settle disputes on major planning and zoning problems.
• Manage development projects throughout the construction phase.
• Prepare zoning ordinance and maps including revisions.
• Hold public meetings and hearings as required.
• Facilitate citizen participation in the planning process.
• Represent the Planning Commission at public meetings and conferences.
• Maintain legal documentation of all planning actions taken by the City.
• Assist in developing grant proposals for planning and development efforts.

Benefits

• Annual salary up to $70,000.00 (commensurate with experience and qualifications).
• Defined pension plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time).
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees